Nursing Assistant I, Full-Time Days, 7a-7p, Cardiac Telemetry, Newton Medical Center

The Society For Cardiovascular Angiography And Interventions; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing personnel and provide direct patient care. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, ensuring their comfort and safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and relevant certifications. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing patient experiences.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years experience for Level I, 3-5 years for Level II, 5+ years for Level III.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Supports nursing personnel in providing direct patient care.
• Measures and records patients' vital signs.
• Ensures a safe care environment for patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Collaboration

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for working alongside physicians and nurses and facilitating advanced primary and specialty nursing services. Provides patients with support through activities including, but not limited to bathing services, serving meals, transportation, administering medication, and positioning. Ensures patients and families have a positive experience by exhibiting alertness, collaboration, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Supports nursing personnel in providing direct patient care and assists patients with daily activities.
2. Serves and collects food trays and provides between-meal nourishment.
3. Changes bed linen, runs errands and prepares and sterilizes treatment trays and supplies.
4. Transports patients within the facility for consultations, treatments, tests, or examinations.
5. Measures and records patients' vital signs such as temperature or pulse and provides basic treatment.
6. Ensures a safe care environment for the patients and their families.
7. Performs continuous rounds and check-ins throughout the shift to ensure patient and family needs are met.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Level I - High School Diploma or equivalent. 0-3 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant, in Patient Care or related field with demonstrated increased responsibility. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certifications required. CPR Certification preferred.

Level II - High School Diploma or equivalent. 3-5 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant, in Patient Care or related field with demonstrated increased responsibility. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certifications required. CPR Certification preferred.

Level III - High School Diploma or equivalent. 5+ years of experience as a Nursing Assistant, in Patient Care or related field with demonstrated increased responsibility. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certifications required. CPR Certification preferred.